The Agilent/Keysight N9960A FieldFox is a handheld microwave spectrum analyzer engineered for field testing and troubleshooting across RF and microwave applications. This instrument delivers benchtop-grade measurement accuracy in a portable 3.2 kg package, compliant with US MIL-PRF-28800F Class 2 and MIL-STD-810G for explosive environments.
Technical Specifications
Frequency Performance
• Frequency range: 5 kHz to 32 GHz
• Maximum analysis bandwidth: 10 MHz
• Real-time spectrum analysis bandwidth: 10 MHz
• IQ streaming bandwidth: 1 MHz
• Phase noise @ 1 GHz: -111 dBc/Hz (10 kHz offset), -108 dBc/Hz (30 kHz offset), -113 dBc/Hz (1 MHz offset)
Dynamic Range & Linearity
• Dynamic range: -160 dBm to +30 dBm
• DANL @ 1 GHz: -160 dBm
• Spur-free dynamic range: > 104 dB
• Third-order intercept @ 1 GHz: +13 dBm
• Amplitude accuracy: ±0.5 dB (without warm-up)
• Standard attenuator range: 30 dB (5 dB steps)
Physical Specifications
• Dimensions: 8 × 19 × 30 cm
• Weight: 3.2 kg (7.1 lb)
• Environmental rating: IEC/EN 60529 IP53
– Key Features
• Real-time spectrum analysis (RTSA) with gap-free 10 MHz bandwidth
• Built-in power meter for signal level measurements
• Interference analyzer and spectrogram capability
• Time gating for transient signal isolation
• Frequency counter
• Noise figure measurements
• Over-the-air measurements for 5G TF and LTE
• I/Q data capture for signal characterization
• GPS/GNSS geolocation and timestamping
• Optional tracking generator and preamplifier configurations
– Typical Applications
Cellular and wireless connectivity testing, aerospace and defense RF measurements, 5G signal analysis, radar pulse characterization, and general-purpose spectrum analysis in field environments.
– Compatibility & Integration
Supports intermittent signal capture, extended-range transmission analysis (ERTA), and I/Q streaming for advanced signal monitoring and post-processing workflows.
